RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07482332

Effects of Core Stabilization Exercises in Female Patients With Gonarthrosis

Randomized Controlled Study of the Effects of Core Stabilization Exercises in Addition to Knee Exercises in Female Patients With Gonarthrosis

Sponsor

Cumhuriyet University

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Jan 5, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Knee Osteoarthritis (Knee OA)

Summary

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a non-inflammatory degenerative disease characterized by progressive deterioration of cartilage tissue, synovial membrane, and joint capsule, primarily affecting weight-bearing joints. Individuals with knee osteoarthritis exhibit weakness in the trunk and periarticular muscles. This loss of strength in the trunk and periarticular muscles increases the load on the joint, contributing to the development and progression of the disease. This study aimed to investigate the effects of core stabilization, applied in addition to knee muscle exercise programs, on clinical symptoms and functional capacity in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 45 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

Kellgren-Lawrence 2-3 knee osteoarthritis
Female patient aged 40-65
Volunteer

Exclusion Criteria8

Having received physical therapy within the last month
Presence of neurological, cardiac, and respiratory problems
Less than 90 degrees of flexion in the knee and hip joints
Presence of any pathology in the lower extremity that may affect balance and function
History of lower extremity surgery
Severe visual, hearing, and speech impairment
Illiteracy in Turkish
Body mass index of 30 or higher

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Interventions

OTHER10 days of conventional physiotherapy (Hot Pack, TENS, Ultrasound) and 6 weeks of routine knee exercises

For 10 days, conventional physical therapy consisting of Hot Pack, TENS, Ultrasound, and routine knee strengthening exercises was applied in the hospital. These knee exercises were continued for four weeks after the hospital treatment period.

OTHERSix weeks of core stabilization exercises.

For six weeks, Warner et al. A core stabilization exercise protocol, as defined by was provided. This protocol included neutral spine position in hook position, activation of deep abdominal muscles, supine bridge, ipsilateral and contralateral limb movements in hook position, abdominal curl (sit-up), bridge (double and single leg), plank on knees, side plank on knees, clam exercise (without resistance), and modified 100 exercises. The exercises were performed 3 days a week, with 10 repetitions each.